Model 39 no dash question UPDATE 1/24/25

[kwill1911]

Army Materiel Command

 

[stansdds]

So I was able to check it out today after learning much about the 39. Pictures attached.
My memory must have been shot when I originally posted.
To me it looks original other than the magazine.
It will be coming home with me next Friday.

Other than the magazine, I do not see evidence of any parts swapping. That is a righteous Model 39, no doubts. The magazine appears to be from a third generation full size 9mm S&W (3904/3906). These magazines are longer than the ones made for the 39, 39-2 and second generation 439/539/639 pistols and hold 9 rounds instead of 8.

 

[Oldbird13]

Yes, Jack is a cheap booze that tastes like s*** and induces hangovers. Spend $5 more a bottle and drink decent whisky/bourbon!

Curious as to the whiskey that doesn't induce hangovers?

 

[DoubleNickel]

Received my Historical Foundation letter today. Shipped on August 31, 1966 to Evaluators LTD, Quantico, Va.
So, naturally, I am studying up on the shop and the Van Ordens.